Stretch Methods for 2013

[TamaraShaniece]

I couldn't find a thread already targeted for this topic so here's a thread for those stretch methods. I currently stretch my new growth in pig tails but for 2013 I want to avoid any type of ponytail (aside from banana clips to keep my hair up).
I'm curious to know ladies "HOW DO YOU STETCH YOUR NEW GROWTH?"

I air dry in a ponytail using the scarf method but then again I don't want to use ponytails anymore to air dry. All advice and styles needed.

 

[Blairx0]

Rollerset!

 

[jenaccess]

Four big braids or two cornrows.

 

[NaturalPath]

Blow dry tension method... I'm natural but the technique can still benefit.

 

[Fhrizzball]

Twists or banding. May try curlformers again for 2013 though.

 

[pre_medicalrulz]

Box plaits....of course all under a wig tho. Lol

 

[TamaraShaniece]

Blairx0

Rollerset!

Do you cowash? Do you roller set (maybe cheat sets) after cowashing?

 

[TamaraShaniece]

pre_medicalrulz

Box plaits....of course all under a wig tho. Lol

Is it possible to sew on a 3/4 lace wig over box plaits?

 

[Blairx0]

Blairx0


Do you cowash? Do you roller set (maybe cheat sets) after cowashing?

I usually DC prior to setting. I set weekly and the moisture is enough to last throughout the week. However as it has gotten colder I have been adding oils during the week to ensure moisture.

 

[Lucie]

LOL, you should see how much new growth I have. I rollerset about once/twice a week. I wrap like the first 2 nights and then high bun in the others night until I wash again. As new growth comes in I cannot part my hair down the middle because it is so obvious. In the summer I just wash and go and since my hair is big, it just looks bigger in a cool way. I like big hair.

 

[TamaraShaniece]

Blairx0

I usually DC prior to setting. I set weekly and the moisture is enough to last throughout the week. However as it has gotten colder I have been adding oils during the week to ensure moisture.

Do you find that adding oils during the week makes cowashing 2-3x during the week unnecessary?

 

[TamaraShaniece]

Lucie

LOL, you should see how much new growth I have. I rollerset about once/twice a week. I wrap like the first 2 nights and then high bun in the others night until I wash again. As new growth comes in I cannot part my hair down the middle because it is so obvious. In the summer I just wash and go and since my hair is big, it just looks bigger in a cool way. I like big hair.

That's what I struggle with as well. If I don't stretch my new growth, I can't part down the middle. I want to avoid breakage at the roots. Do you wash n go your hair into a high bun? If so, do you do that in the shower with your head upside down?

 

[Blairx0]

Blairx0


Do you find that adding oils during the week makes cowashing 2-3x during the week unnecessary?

Yes. I don't cowash in between and when my hair is looking rough I bun.

 

[-PYT]

Lucie you relaxed??

I vote curlformers/knock-off curlformers. These things straightened alll my hair and stretched my roots!

 

[Carmelella]

At least for the first half of my stretch I'm air drying in some old school kiddie styles ( at home) after a heavy handed MS process. The ponies stretch my roots. Scarfing up the front, and them when I go out I'll do 1-2 large goddess French braids in front with a big fluffy/ curly bun in back. retwist at night, repeat.

Air drying now:




Second half of stretch: weave

 

[pre_medicalrulz]

pre_medicalrulz


Is it possible to sew on a 3/4 lace wig over box plaits?

I have no idea. You could probably check out the weave thread and someone most likely will be able to help you.

 

[Napp]

I like lazy rollersets and a quick tap of the flat iron

 

[janeemat]

A quick rollerset using the big grey rollers. I mostly part with my fingers, combing hair just enough to smooth it over the rollers. I use 12 rollers. I did this on Tuesday after a quick cowash and leave in cond. My hair was boucing at 13 wks post. That's how I stretch my ng.

 

[TamaraShaniece]

Thanks ladies. I'm about 13 weeks post. I've stretched for 6 months before but my new growth was very tangled under the ponytail spot. But I've been air dry/stretch pony tailing it for 5 yrs now. Im an old member but in only reached bsl once a few yrs ago. Now I want to be full bsl again w/ no see thru ends.

 

[Cherry89]

I've added honey and olive oil to my co-washing conditioner, and it helped soften and manage my new growth. I also find braiding in two big plaits on each side is beneficial, instead of a bun.

 

[Lucie]

Lucie



That's what I struggle with as well. If I don't stretch my new growth, I can't part down the middle. I want to avoid breakage at the roots. Do you wash n go your hair into a high bun? If so, do you do that in the shower with your head upside down?

I haven't wNg since the summer. My hair has been straight all fall. If I do a high bun I just put my head upside down and put it in a bun.

Lucie you relaxed??

I vote curlformers/knock-off curlformers. These things straightened alll my hair and stretched my roots!

Yes, I did. Back in May.